Walleye Lecture to Explore Green Bay Fishery

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Crossroads at Big Creek in Door County, Wisconsin is hosting a "Fish Tales Lecture" on Thursday, February 12 focused on the management of the walleye fishery in Green Bay. The lecture will be presented by Dr. Jason Breeggemann, a Senior Fisheries Biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, who will discuss his research and data collection efforts to understand the current status of the walleye population in the region.

Why it matters

Walleyes are an important game fish in Wisconsin, and the Green Bay fishery is a major draw for anglers. Understanding the health and management of this fishery is crucial for maintaining recreational opportunities and a balanced ecosystem in the area.

The details

Dr. Breeggemann's lecture will cover topics such as how data is collected on the Green Bay walleye population, the current status of the fishery, and strategies for managing and sustaining the walleye population. The lecture is part of Crossroads at Big Creek's ongoing "Fish Tales" series, which explores different aspects of the local aquatic environment.

• The Fish Tales Lecture on walleyes is scheduled for Thursday, February 12 at 7:00 pm.

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What’s next

After the lecture, Crossroads at Big Creek will continue its winter programming, including a rain garden workshop on February 10 and a "Melting Olympics" science event on February 7.